Dos & Don'ts After a C-Section

Regaining Strength After a C-Section

In 2012, nearly one in three women in the U.S. gave birth via cesarean section, notes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. So you can take comfort in the fact that you're far from alone. Recovering from a cesarean section takes longer than recovering from a vaginal birth, but you should feel like yourself within a few weeks. By taking care of yourself, you'll regain your strength more quickly.